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At Crescendo Trust, we build brighter futures by engaging rangatahi/youth aged 15–24 through free Music and Creative Programmes.
Many of our youth are referred by social service providers or local schools for various reasons and often don’t fit into mainstream education environments. At Crescendo, we do more than teach music and creative skills - we change lives.
Through Crescendo’s Programmes, we connect with disconnected youth, empowering them to discover their potential and build confidence in a safe, supportive space. Thanks to the generosity of Kiwis, philanthropic businesses, corporate sponsors, and our social enterprise arm Crescendo Studio, we offer youth:
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Programmes combine both ‘hard skills’ - practical learning and ‘power skills’ - communication and resilience
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Mentorship from practising artists, producers and creatives
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A community that values creativity, growth, and connection
Every year, over 100 young people participate in our Programmes — many seeking community, expression, and healing through music. From hip hop, rap, and pop to electronica, beats, or country — every track tells a story. Now’s your chance to be part of that story.
Here's how you can support our mahi:
The Crescendo Trust of Aotearoa is a registered charity CC47891. All donations of $5 and over are tax deductible.
I was quite lost. I wasn’t sure what to do… I didn’t have a passion for anything. Through Crescendo, I have learned that even the most out-of-tune instruments can create a beautiful melody. It’s not about music, it’s about people and connection.
- Romayne, one of the rangatahi attending Crescendo in Auckland over a six-month period
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